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The Dinkytown history you don't know: Three storiesAs the Minneapolis City Council readies a Friday vote on Dinkytown's historic status, listen to three locals with a love for the neighborhood's history bring us back to the area's roots.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/07/09/bcst-dinkytown-history?refid=0
Thu, 09 Jul 2015 14:32:10 -0500Is climate change fueling more wild fires?On this week's Climate Cast, we looked at how climate change contributes to these fires in boreal forests and is also fueled by them in what MPR Meteorologist calls a feedback loop.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/07/09/bcst-climate-cast-forest-fires?refid=0
Thu, 09 Jul 2015 14:30:13 -050011 books and one film that explain modern ChinaThis reading list will give you a good overview of China's last few decades, particularly its development as home to some of the world's largest tech companies.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/07/07/books-modern-china-technology?refid=0
Wed, 08 Jul 2015 11:02:49 -0500How hospitals are improving heart attack care, survivalIn order to continue improving survival and prevention of heart damage, potential heart attack victims need to take action more quickly, heart experts said.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/07/07/bcst-heart-attack-hospitals?refid=0
Tue, 07 Jul 2015 13:55:45 -0500CBC reporter: More than 100 forest fires still burning in CanadaSaskatchewan has seen 10 times more wildfires since January than it typically sees in an entire year, said Adrian Cheung, a reporter for CBC News.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/07/07/bcst-canada-wildfires?refid=0
Tue, 07 Jul 2015 11:41:13 -0500How Lincoln's funeral train car perished in MinnesotaAfter Lincoln's death, a funeral train moved the president's body back to his hometown of Springfield, Ill. The train arrived there on May 3, but the funeral train car that carried Lincoln was not done with its own journey.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/07/06/bcst-lincoln-funeral-car?refid=0
Mon, 06 Jul 2015 14:39:04 -0500Trans fat ban: What you should know about healthy eatingTwo nutritional experts explain the FDA decision, why trans fat is in our food and our current understanding of a healthy diet.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/06/18/bcst-trans-fat-diet?refid=0
Thu, 18 Jun 2015 15:54:13 -0500Cheap summer travel: Get into the sharing economyTwo travel experts discuss sites where you can stay at someone's home, eat a meal with a stranger or get a local resident to give you a tour.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/06/11/bcst-cheap-travel-sharing-economy?refid=0
Thu, 11 Jun 2015 16:35:29 -0500Latest Apple technology 'playing catch up' with Google, MicrosoftMarketplace Tech's Ben Johnson analyzes the latest announcements.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/06/11/bcst-tech-news-apple-google?refid=0
Thu, 11 Jun 2015 12:00:05 -0500Ex-Times editor Jill Abramson on Murdoch: 'A mixed legacy'"He was responsible for the rise of a kind of very political, very partisan way of delivering the news," she said on MPR News.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/06/11/bcst-abramson-murdoch?refid=0
Thu, 11 Jun 2015 11:06:09 -0500How gut bacteria affects your health: What we know, what we don'tThe latest research shows your gut microbiome has a profound connection to a number of diseases and issues facing humans today: Diabetes, Crohn's disease, obesity, asthma, allergies and other autoimmune diseases.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/06/09/bcst-microbes-gut-bacteria?refid=0
Tue, 09 Jun 2015 17:23:28 -0500Whistleblower: 'It's pretty much same old, same old' at the St. Paul archdiocese"The leadership has to change," she said on MPR News. "It just has to."http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/06/08/bcst-archdiocese-whistleblower?refid=0
Mon, 08 Jun 2015 12:32:09 -0500The science behind Minnesota miningThree University of Minnesota professors explain the state's geological history, its mineral wealth and what we still don't know about mining safety.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/06/05/bcst-minnesota-science-mining?refid=0
Fri, 05 Jun 2015 14:53:15 -0500Supreme Court's headscarf decision: What you need to knowThe U.S. Supreme Court sided with a Muslim woman who said Abercrombie and Fitch discriminated against her because she wore a headscarf.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/06/04/bcst-religion-workplace?refid=0
Thu, 04 Jun 2015 15:38:03 -0500Why it's hard to be a moderate in CongressAs Congress becomes increasingly divided and politically partisan, there's a "centrist premium" for candidates wanting to stay moderate, says Republic 3.0 Editor Anne Kim.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/06/02/bcst-challenges-for-moderates?refid=0
Tue, 02 Jun 2015 14:44:34 -0500Obscura Day: 5 oddities to visit this weekendSaturday is Obscura Day, celebrating the world of weird, odd and unique spots worldwide.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/05/29/bcst-atlas-obscura-minnesota?refid=0
Fri, 29 May 2015 15:48:12 -0500Former surgeons general renew focus on sexual education"We need programs and policies where young people are taught very early in schools about healthy sexuality," former Surgeon General Dr. Joycelyn Elders said.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/05/29/bcst-surgeons-general-elders-satcher?refid=0
Fri, 29 May 2015 13:40:58 -0500Sanders hopes populist fire kindles presidential campaign"The billionaire class can't have it all," Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders tells MPR News as he prepares for a Minnesota campaign stop Sunday, the first here by a declared 2016 candidate.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/05/29/bcst-bernie-sanders?refid=0
Fri, 29 May 2015 12:46:58 -05005 ways millennials will change the American workplaceBy 2025, millennials will be 75 percent of the workforce. They want "leaders that are more humane, that have greater social skills, that are more qualitative versus quantitative," says Stephen Blair Venable of Surgo Consulting.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/05/27/bcst-recent-graduates-workforce?refid=0
Wed, 27 May 2015 15:15:07 -0500'Degrees of Freedom:' The MN African American experience post-Civil WarMinnesota often receives credit for being a more progressive state after the Civil War. But there's important nuance that shapes our state today.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/05/26/bcst-books-civil-war-minnesota-bill-green?refid=0
Tue, 26 May 2015 16:28:16 -0500What scientists know about marijuanaAs more states, including Minnesota, allow limited use of marijuana for medicinal purposes, scientists are expanding research efforts to understand how marijuana and the chemicals it contains interact with the body.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/05/26/bcst-science-of-marijuana?refid=0
Tue, 26 May 2015 14:00:00 -0500Future of Minnesota solar energy: What you need to knowA new report from MIT says solar is an important source of renewable energy as the consequences of climate change become more urgent. How can Minnesota leverage the potential of solar?http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/05/21/bcst-climate-cast-solar-energy?refid=0
Thu, 21 May 2015 15:16:00 -05008 Minnesota historical road trips to take this summerWhat if you want to take a road trip and learn some history along the way? Where are the best places to go in Minnesota that have historical significance?http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/05/11/bcst-historical-road-trips?refid=0
Mon, 11 May 2015 16:12:17 -0500Where you raise kids affects their long-term upward mobility, study saysChildren from low-income backgrounds may earn more if they're from one place rather than another.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/05/08/bcst-upward-mobility-kids?refid=0
Fri, 08 May 2015 15:16:00 -0500Earthquakes: What's the difference between Nepal and Oklahoma?Two experts explain the science behind earthquakes, both natural and man-made.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/05/07/bcst-earthquakes?refid=0
Thu, 07 May 2015 16:42:25 -0500How to live to 100: Author Dan Buettner on Blue ZonesAuthor Dan Buettner's new book, "The Blue Zones Solution," aims to help people improve their diet and lifestyles to live like the world's healthiest people.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/04/27/bcst-books-blue-zones?refid=0
Mon, 27 Apr 2015 15:25:50 -0500The future of end-of-life careListen to two physicians and one bioethics expert discuss end-of-life care and how to navigate through the tough decisions.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/04/24/bcst-friday-roundtable-end-of-life?refid=0
Fri, 24 Apr 2015 11:45:44 -0500The joys, challenges of traveling by motorcycleTwo riders joined us today to talk about seeing the world astride a motorcycle.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/04/22/bcst-travel-motorcycle?refid=0
Wed, 22 Apr 2015 15:38:37 -0500Get in gear: How to get your bike road-ready this seasonAs we head into the height of biking season in the Twin Cites, two cycling experts discussed maintenance, tips for new riders and help planning spring trips.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/04/17/bcst-twin-cities-spring-biking?refid=0
Fri, 17 Apr 2015 15:00:04 -0500The state of Minnesota police recruitingAs part of our ongoing series on policing issues in Minnesota, today we focused on how departments across the state handle recruiting and the challenges they face.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/04/16/bcst-police-recruitment?refid=0
Thu, 16 Apr 2015 16:23:27 -0500Medicare bipartisan 'doc fix:' What you need to knowThe Mayo Clinic CEO and two veteran reporters discussed the long history of the Medicare fix, and how a gridlocked Congress got to a solution.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/04/15/bcst-medicare-doc-fix?refid=0
Wed, 15 Apr 2015 13:44:04 -0500Arne Carlson: U needs leadership overhaul after Markingson caseA legislative audit found the University ignored "serious ethical issues" in its handling of a mentally ill drug trial patient a decade ago. That patient, Dan Markingson, committed suicide in 2004 while participating in the trial.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/04/13/bcst-arne-carlson-kaler-markingson?refid=0
Mon, 13 Apr 2015 12:40:52 -05007 things to do in Minnesota state parks this seasonPat Arndt, Minnesota State Parks and Trails communications and outreach manager, offers ideas and tips for your spring and summer adventures.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/04/03/bcst-spring-state-parks?refid=0
Fri, 03 Apr 2015 15:53:11 -0500Why managing your health means less medicine, not moreDr. H. Gilbert Welch argues that Americans seek out tests, treatments and attention from doctors and "too many people are being tested and exposed to the harmful effects of the testing process."http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/04/01/bcst-books-welch-medicine-health?refid=0
Wed, 01 Apr 2015 16:28:31 -0500Pediatrician: Marijuana use safer than alcohol for teens, young adultsYour children are likely to experiment with drugs or alcohol at some point. If you have to draw a hard line on marijuana or alcohol, which should you choose?http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/03/20/bcst-pediatrician-marijuana-alcohol?refid=0
Fri, 20 Mar 2015 16:00:00 -0500DIY beer: Two home brewers on how to get startedWe gave some love to the basement barley out there with two guests who discuss what's on the horizon in Minnesota's home-brewing scene and offer tips and suggestions for rookies.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/03/20/bcst-home-brewing-beer?refid=0
Fri, 20 Mar 2015 15:00:00 -05007 tips to develop a family-friendly workplaceWe discussed the current state of work-life balance today and what can be done to improve it.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/03/17/bcst-family-life-balance-at-work?refid=0
Tue, 17 Mar 2015 09:06:00 -05006 things I wish I'd known in collegeWe invited two recent graduates and a professor to talk about the things they wish they would've known when they were students.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/03/13/bcst-friday-roundtable-college?refid=0
Fri, 13 Mar 2015 09:06:00 -0500Minnesota spring gardening: What you need to knowMary Meyer, professor of horticulture at the University of Minnesota, offers gardening tips and answered listener questions.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/03/12/bcst-spring-gardening?refid=0
Thu, 12 Mar 2015 10:06:00 -05005 Underground Railroad myths, debunkedIt's a nice legend, but slaves probably didn't use maps sewn in quilts to safely navigate north.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/03/09/bcst-books-eric-foner?refid=0
Mon, 09 Mar 2015 10:15:00 -0500North Dakota sex trafficking: The exploitation of Twin Cities girlsAs the population of men working the Bakken oil region of North Dakota skyrocketed, the sex trade boomed too.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/03/04/bcst-sex-trafficking?refid=0
Wed, 04 Mar 2015 11:06:00 -0600Finish this sentence: My job is a tool for...Amy Lindgren joins MPR News with Kerri Miller every other month for advice about jobs and careers.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/03/02/bcst-career-as-tool?refid=0
Mon, 02 Mar 2015 10:20:00 -06007 things you need to know about oil-by-rail safetyThe Wall Street Journal's Russell Gold has been following the issue closely and spoke to MPR News to answer listener questions.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/02/26/bcst-rail-oil-safety?refid=0
Thu, 26 Feb 2015 11:06:00 -0600Sugar: Have we had enough in processed food?General Mills plans to cut the amount of sugar in its Yoplait Original yogurt by more than 25 percent. That reformulated Yoplait comes amid a growing public debate about sugar and how it affects our health.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/02/24/bcst-general-mills-sugar?refid=0
Tue, 24 Feb 2015 11:06:00 -0600'Big Fat Surprise' author: Dietary guidelines based on 'weak science'Nina Teicholz, author of "The Big Fat Surprise" discussed the changes and why she thinks the guidelines are based on weak science.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/02/24/bcst-op-ed-dietary-guidelines-science?refid=0
Tue, 24 Feb 2015 09:45:00 -0600Mall of America mention in terrorist video was plea for attention, professor saysKen Menkhaus, a professor at Davidson College, said video was "pretty unwatchable" and al-Shabab's effort to compete with ISIS for media coverage.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/02/23/bcst-mall-of-america-terrorist-threat?refid=0
Mon, 23 Feb 2015 11:06:00 -06008 things you need to know about sleepTwo sleep experts joined MPR News to talk about the latest research and tips for getting a better night's rest.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/02/23/bcst-sleep-research?refid=0
Mon, 23 Feb 2015 09:06:00 -0600Black Lives Matter: The legal issues behind MOA protestThe protest has led to an ongoing discussion about public versus private space when it comes to legal access for protesting.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/02/20/bcst-black-lives-matter-mall-of-america?refid=0
Fri, 20 Feb 2015 11:06:00 -0600How the sharing economy is changing the value of ownershipAs it becomes easier to connect with others to share homes, cars, chores and even leftover meals, are these services making life better?http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/02/19/bcst-sharing-economy?refid=0
Thu, 19 Feb 2015 17:00:00 -0600Kaler: Dayton funding proposal could lead to U tuition increaseGov. Mark Dayton proposed giving the University roughly half of what it says is necessary for that freeze.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/02/19/bcst-eric-kaler-university-of-minnesota?refid=0
Thu, 19 Feb 2015 11:06:00 -0600How race, skin tone affects school discipline of girlsBlack girls in the United States are suspended six times more than white girls, according to data from the U.S. Department of Education.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/02/18/bcst-girls-of-color-discipline-education?refid=0
Wed, 18 Feb 2015 09:06:00 -0600Will Steger: Climate change now visible in MinnesotaSteger turned 70 last year and said he hopes to see measurable change in his lifetime.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/02/06/daily-circuit-will-steger?refid=0
Fri, 06 Feb 2015 11:45:00 -0600Kiese Laymon: Blackness and the power of a college faculty IDThe Vassar College professor wrote a piece about the power behind his faculty ID. "We pull out our ID because we know the cops can kill us with impunity," he said.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/02/03/daily-circuit-vassar-college-id?refid=0
Tue, 03 Feb 2015 09:45:00 -0600Disneyland measles: What we know about outbreak, vaccinesWe discuss this latest outbreak, and talk about what's behind the push away from vaccines.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/01/29/daily-circuit-disneyland-measles-vaccine?refid=0
Thu, 29 Jan 2015 09:06:00 -0600Locally Laid Egg Company responds to offended consumer"Most farmers are not as forward-leaning into the world as I am," Lucie Amundsen of Locally Laid said.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/01/23/daily-circuit-locally-laid-eggs?refid=0
Fri, 23 Jan 2015 11:15:00 -06007 tips to reset your budget with a 21-day financial fastColumnist Michelle Singletary joined The Daily Circuit to share her tips on how to pare down personal spending with a 21-day fast.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/01/21/daily-circuit-circuit-cents-spending?refid=0
Wed, 21 Jan 2015 09:45:00 -0600What's missing from the Minnesota transportation debateChuck Marohn thinks Minnesota towns are pulled into Ponzi schemes where new roads create strips of big-box national chains that bring instant gratification and long-term pain.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/01/20/daily-circuit-transportation-funding?refid=0
Tue, 20 Jan 2015 11:45:00 -0600For millennials in mourning, grief can run deepFor young adults with close ties to their parents, the loss of one can be devastating.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2015/01/15/daily-circuit-young-grief?refid=0
Thu, 15 Jan 2015 10:20:00 -06005 things you might not know about Lake Minnetonka's pastHow Frank Lloyd Wright, slavery and grave-robbing Europeans tell the story of the lake's not-so-pleasant past.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2014/10/27/daily-circuit-lake-minnetonka?refid=0
Mon, 27 Oct 2014 11:45:00 -0500NPR's Peter Sagal to run Twin Cities Marathon SundayThis will be Sagal's 11th marathon and his first in the Twin Cities. He said he's hoping to finish in under three and a half hours.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2013/10/04/daily-circuit-peter-sagal-marathon?refid=0
Fri, 04 Oct 2013 09:00:00 -0500Six facts on the science behind tasteStuart Firestein, an expert in smell and taste, explains how you interpret the food you consume.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2013/05/30/daily-circuit-firestein-food-taste?refid=0
Wed, 29 May 2013 15:00:00 -0500Science education is failing to inspire students, says physicist Brian GreeneBrian Greene, one of the world's best-known scientists, talks about how the education system is failing to inspire students to love the field.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2013/05/29/daily-circuit-brian-greene-science-education?refid=0
Tue, 28 May 2013 15:00:00 -0500Minnesota Orchestra lockout continues into fifth monthMinnesota Orchestra musicians have been locked out for five months, with few signs that it will be ending anytime soon. Orchestra President Michael Henson and principal cellist Tony Ross will join us to talk about the state of the negotiations.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2013/02/15/daily-circuit-minnesota-orchestra-lockout?refid=0
Thu, 14 Feb 2013 15:00:00 -0600What happened to social and economic opportunity?It's getting harder to make it in America -- especially if you're starting out with less. Why has it become harder? And what steps can be taken to remedy the problem?http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2013/01/09/daily-circuit-social-mobility?refid=0
Tue, 08 Jan 2013 15:00:00 -0600Climate Cast: Record year of warmth for the Twin CitiesEvery Thursday, MPR meteorologist Paul Huttner joins The Daily Circuit to talk about the latest research on our changing climate and the consequences that we're seeing here in Minnesota and worldwide.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2013/01/03/daily-circuit-climate-cast-warm-year?refid=0
Wed, 02 Jan 2013 15:00:00 -0600Anatoly Liberman on the words of 2012Fiscal cliff, malarkey and GIF are just some of the words and phrases that were part of the zeitgeist in 2012. Word expert Anatoly Liberman will join us to talk about the words of the year.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2013/01/03/daily-circuit-words-of-2012?refid=0
Wed, 02 Jan 2013 15:00:00 -0600Oliver Sacks' 4 facts about hallucinationsIn his book "Hallucinations," Oliver Sacks is out to remove some of the stigma attached to people who see and hear things that aren't there.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/12/10/daily-circuit-oliver-sacks-hallucinations?refid=0
Sun, 09 Dec 2012 12:00:00 -0600Self-publishing your book: 5 benefits, 3 drawbacksWriters don't have to rely on traditional publishing houses to get their work to the public anymore. As costs drop and digital opportunities grow, many writers avoid traditional steps.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/12/06/daily-circuit-self-publishing?refid=0
Wed, 05 Dec 2012 15:00:00 -06006 tips for helping children navigate challenging books, movies and playsHow do you know when to expose children to difficult films, books and plays? Before taking his two teenage children to a Broadway production of "Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?," New York Times critic Dwight Garner wondered whether they were ready.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/11/29/daily-circuit-exposing-kids-cultural-fare?refid=0
Wed, 28 Nov 2012 15:00:00 -0600Looking ahead to U.S. marijuana legalizationWashington and Colorado voters signified that marijuana legalization is no longer a fringe issue. How has marijuana legalization become a more mainstream political conversation and what is the impact on the United States?http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/11/28/daily-circuit-marijuana-laws?refid=0
Tue, 27 Nov 2012 15:00:00 -06006 facts about crime and the adolescent brainLaurence Steinberg, professor of psychology at Temple University, has spent his career studying adolescent brain development and his findings have led him to believe that our society needs to rethink the way we discipline teenagers.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/11/15/daily-circuit-juvenile-offenders-brain-development?refid=0
Wed, 14 Nov 2012 15:00:00 -0600Does America still need FEMA?Hurricane Sandy has once again brought criticism of the Federal Emergency Management Agency as some Americans believe the government organization isn't an efficient use of money. Is FEMA outdated?http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/11/13/daily-circuit-is-fema-outdated-program?refid=0
Mon, 12 Nov 2012 15:00:00 -0600Are pharmaceutical companies marketing ADHD drugs to adults?We've all heard about the millions of children who have been diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Are pharmaceutical companies now trying to tap adults to widen the market?http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/11/14/daily-circuit-adhd-drugs-adults?refid=0
Mon, 12 Nov 2012 15:00:00 -0600Job retraining: Does it work?Republicans and Democrats endorse retraining for the jobless, but is it enough to help the unemployed find work? How can American businesses best find workers to fill positions requiring particular skills?http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/11/12/daily-circuit-job-retraining?refid=0
Sun, 11 Nov 2012 12:00:00 -0600How will Obama, Congress address fiscal cliff?President Barack Obama doesn't have much time to celebrate his re-election. He must now confront the fiscal cliff - nearly $500 billion in automatic tax hikes and spending cuts set to take effect in January that could throw the nation back into recession.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/11/08/daily-circuit-fiscal-cliff-obama?refid=0
Wed, 07 Nov 2012 15:00:00 -0600Is early voting killing 'Election Day?'It's Election Day! Or is it? Due to early voting, also called convenience voting, voters in 34 states and Washington D.C. could have already voted. That means up to 40 percent of voters could have cast their votes prior to today.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/11/06/daily-circuit-early-voting?refid=0
Mon, 05 Nov 2012 15:00:00 -0600High school dropouts: Should we let them go?During a recent appearance on the Daily Circuit, former Metropolitan Council Chairman Peter Bell theorized on what could be done to tackle the number of high school dropouts. Bell's idea: Let them go.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/11/05/daily-circuit-high-school-dropouts?refid=0
Sun, 04 Nov 2012 12:00:00 -0600What would a second-term Obama presidency look like?President Barack Obama released a booklet last week outlining his vision for a second term. Critics say his Blueprint for America's Future still lacks specifics. We will look at his first term to predict what a second term may encompass.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/11/01/daily-circuit-obama-second-term?refid=0
Wed, 31 Oct 2012 15:00:00 -0500How does unemployment affect children?The effect of unemployment on individuals is clear: loss of income, housing and lack of career experience. But what do we know about the impact of unemployment on children?http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/10/29/daily-circuit-children-unemployed?refid=0
Mon, 29 Oct 2012 15:00:00 -0500Does America have an exceptionalism problem?Why can't politicians give Americans the facts? Why can't the presidential candidates tell it like it is? It might be America's need for reassurance that we are extraordinary.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/10/26/daily-circuit-american-exceptionalism?refid=0
Sun, 28 Oct 2012 12:00:00 -05004 ways to be more productive at workAmericans put in some of the longest work hours in the world, yet productivity levels are surprisingly low. How can we change a culture that rewards face time in the office over results?http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/10/26/daily-circuit-worker-productivity?refid=0
Thu, 25 Oct 2012 15:00:00 -05008 tips to stop your teen's texting and driving habitDistracted drivers killed more than 3,000 people in 2010. It's a particularly deadly problem for teens, as the family of 17-year-old Alex Brown knows tragically well.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/10/25/daily-circuit-teens-distracted-driving?refid=0
Wed, 24 Oct 2012 15:00:00 -0500How college students can prepare for the job marketAt last week's presidential debate, a college student asked Barack Obama and Mitt Romney about his prospects for finding employment once he graduates. How can college students prepare for the job market?http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/10/24/daily-circuit-college-graduates-jobs?refid=0
Tue, 23 Oct 2012 15:00:00 -0500Why we worryWhy do we worry about some things and not others? In a recent op-ed, David Ropeik notes, "while our choices about risk invariably feel right when we make them, many of these decisions end up putting us in greater peril."http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/10/23/daily-circuit-worried-brain?refid=0
Mon, 22 Oct 2012 15:00:00 -0500Are you better off today than you were 4 years ago?The question, made famous by President Reagan in a 1980 debate, has reemerged as a popular talking point this election season.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/10/22/daily-circuit-are-we-better-off?refid=0
Sun, 21 Oct 2012 12:00:00 -0500Astronomer Jennifer Wiseman on the universe, faith and scienceAstronomer Jennifer Wiseman will discuss the latest discoveries in astronomy and the depth into space and time that deep images are enabling us to see. She'll also share her thoughts on how science, faith and our view of ourselves as humans intersect.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/10/19/daily-circuit-nasa-jennifer-wiseman?refid=0
Thu, 18 Oct 2012 15:00:00 -0500Salman Rushdie on 'Joseph Anton'Salman Rushdie's memoir "Joseph Anton" details his experience in hiding and rise to literary fame.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/10/18/daily-circuit-salman-rushdie?refid=0
Wed, 17 Oct 2012 15:00:00 -0500Paul Tough on 'How Children Succeed' through grit, adversityCharacter, not test scores, is the key to children succeeding in school and in life, says Paul Tough. He argues that character can be taught and that we all have a responsibility to help develop it in students.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/10/17/daily-circuit-how-children-succeed?refid=0
Tue, 16 Oct 2012 15:00:00 -0500Should we blame overweight parents for child's obesity?Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota was criticized when it released new anti-obesity ads. A departure from its well-known "do.groove" ads and its latest "do.town" campaign, these new ads show children modeling behavior of overweight parents.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/10/16/daily-circuit-blue-cross-obesity-kids-ad?refid=0
Mon, 15 Oct 2012 15:00:00 -0500A look at concealed weapons, violenceAs concealed carry gun laws spread across the country, America has seen a sharp rise in the number of guns in civilian life. Is the increase in guns linked to crime rates in those parts of the country?http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/10/15/daily-circuit-gun-control-crime?refid=0
Sun, 14 Oct 2012 12:00:00 -0500Ruth Hayden on money and divorceOur personal finance guru Ruth Hayden is back to talk money and divorce. Divorce rates are high in this country, and disagreements and strain over financial issues can put marriages in jeopardy.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/10/12/daily-circuit-ruth-hayden-money-divorce?refid=0
Thu, 11 Oct 2012 15:00:00 -0500The ethics of sex-selection procedures in the wombMore couples are paying to select the sex of their children when they conceive. About 80 percent of American parents are using the procedure to have girls. Is it ethical to choose the sex of a child?http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/10/02/daily-circuit-sex-selection-babies?refid=0
Mon, 01 Oct 2012 15:00:00 -0500David Gallo on the mysteries of the ocean floorOceanographer David Gallo has seen the wreck of the Titanic up close and is one of the few people to have explored the ocean floor.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/10/01/daily-circuit-david-gallo-oceans?refid=0
Sun, 30 Sep 2012 12:00:00 -0500Ask Amy: Holding civil political conversationsHave you been to a gathering lately where you didn't dare mention who you were voting for? Have you scrubbed your Facebook page of any political mention because the deluge was just too much? How can you hold civil, yet spirited, conversations?http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/09/28/daily-circuit-civil-political-conversations?refid=0
Thu, 27 Sep 2012 15:00:00 -0500What makes a political gaffe fatal to a campaign?Last week's news cycle was dominated by Mitt Romney's comments made earlier this year about the 47 percent of Americans he described as people "who are dependent on government." What makes some gaffes fatal and others not?http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/09/27/daily-circuit-political-gaffes?refid=0
Wed, 26 Sep 2012 15:00:00 -0500How to improve black male graduation ratesAbout 65 percent of Minnesota's black male students graduate from high school. That's 13 percent above the national average, according to a report released last week. Nationally, the foundation says it would take 50 years for black males to achieve the same graduation rates as white males.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/09/26/daily-circuit-black-male-graduation-rates?refid=0
Tue, 25 Sep 2012 15:00:00 -0500Bringing manufacturing back to AmericaMore American companies, and some foreign, are "reshoring" their manufacturing plants. Reshoring or insourcing refers to the practice of moving production jobs back to or close to the United States. What is causing this shift?http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/09/25/daily-circuit-american-manufacturing-reshoring?refid=0
Mon, 24 Sep 2012 15:00:00 -0500Can the promise of free college boost a town's economy?In 2005, a group of donors in Kalamazoo, Mich. announced they would pay in-state college tuition for every student who graduated from the district's high schools. Is the program boosting the town's economy?http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/09/21/daily-circuit-kalamazoo-promise-economy?refid=0
Thu, 20 Sep 2012 15:00:00 -0500Father's age increases risk of birth defectsNew research has found a link between older fathers and higher rates of autism and schizophrenia in their children, upending the long-held belief that older mothers were the primary contributor to a child's health.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/09/20/daily-circuit-fathers-age-matters-genetics-defects?refid=0
Wed, 19 Sep 2012 15:00:00 -0500What did science fiction writers predict for 2012?In 1987 L. Ron Hubbard challenged his fellow science fiction writers to predict what the world would be like in 25 years - 2012. What did they predict for 2012 and what is the relationship between science fiction and the future?http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/09/19/daily-circuit-science-fiction-future?refid=0
Tue, 18 Sep 2012 15:00:00 -0500After Romney's remarks, a look at the role of governmentThis November, American voters will be faced with a choice between two very different views from the presidential candidates on the proper role of government. It can be seen with one of the major issues of this election -- President Obama's health care reform bill.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/09/18/daily-circuit-role-of-government?refid=0
Mon, 17 Sep 2012 15:00:00 -0500Obama's 'you didn't build that' comment still fueling RomneySince President Obama first gave the "you didn't build that" speech in July, the phrase has been ubiquitous on the campaign trail. Why has it gained so much traction?http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/09/17/daily-circuit-built-that-campaign?refid=0
Sun, 16 Sep 2012 12:00:00 -0500As Nov. election nears, are voters engaged?We are less than two months from the presidential election and an August Gallup poll shows that voter engagement is down from 2008 and 2004. Now that the political parties' conventions are over, what will it take to get voters engaged in this election?http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/09/14/daily-circuit-voter-engagement?refid=0
Thu, 13 Sep 2012 15:00:00 -0500How is doctor burnout affecting patients?A new Mayo Clinic study shows that doctors have a much higher burnout rate than any other profession. What does the research mean for patient care, and how will the problem be addressed as the population ages and more and more people require medical care?http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/09/13/daily-circuit-doctor-burnout?refid=0
Wed, 12 Sep 2012 15:00:00 -0500Randy Cohen on the ethics of supporting same-sex marriageShould straight couples who support same-sex marriage delay their own marriage to support same-sex couples who can't legally marry? Randy Cohen, the original "Ethicist" for The New York Times Magazine, tackled the ethics behind the action.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/09/12/daily-circuit-randy-cohen-be-good?refid=0
Tue, 11 Sep 2012 15:00:00 -0500How will religion influence Nov. election?As voters take a stand on marriage amendments, the economy and women's rights, religion continues to have an influence. How are different religions coming together on issues? Will religion drive turnout or be a deal-breaker for voters?http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/09/11/daily-circuit-religion-politics?refid=0
Mon, 10 Sep 2012 15:00:00 -0500Fact and fiction on the campaign trailExaggerations, falsehoods, lies - call them what you will, fact checkers are working overtime this campaign season digging through political ads and speeches. We'll talk about fact and fiction on the campaign trail.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/09/10/daily-circuit-facts-fiction-campaigns?refid=0
Sun, 09 Sep 2012 12:00:00 -0500Analyzing Obama's DNC speech, latest jobs reportPresident Barack Obama gave his acceptance speech at the Democratic National Convention Thursday night in Charlotte, N.C. As we recap his speech, we also look at the latest jobs report which was released Friday morning. What does the report mean for Obama's post-convention momentum?http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/09/07/daily-circuit-obama-dnc-speech-jobs-report?refid=0
Thu, 06 Sep 2012 15:00:00 -0500Will Washington partisanship lead to more voter apathy?As President Obama prepares for his acceptance speech at the Democratic National Convention, we'll look at what might be on the minds of many American voters, no matter political persuasions.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/09/06/daily-circuit-dnc-voter-apathy-obama?refid=0
Wed, 05 Sep 2012 15:00:00 -0500At conventions, an intersection of money and politicsEven though Democrats didn't permit lobbyists and companies from giving directly to their party convention's host committee, there is plenty of money-driven wining and dining going on in Charlotte. Why is it worth it for lobbyists?http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/09/05/daily-circuit-money-politics-dnc?refid=0
Tue, 04 Sep 2012 15:00:00 -0500Analyzing Romney's RNC speechGOP presidential nominee Mitt Romney officially accepted his party's nomination Thursday night in Tampa, Fla. with a speech on the convention floor. We'll recap the speech, examine its effectiveness and wrap up our coverage from the Republican National Convention.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/08/31/daily-circuit-analyzing-romney-rnc-speech?refid=0
Thu, 30 Aug 2012 15:00:00 -0500Ryan's speech, the candidates and the economyWe'll discuss Republican vice presidential nominee Paul Ryan's speech at the Republican National Convention in Tampa as well as how the candidates are talking about the economy.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/08/30/daily-circuit-ryan-rnc-speech-gop?refid=0
Wed, 29 Aug 2012 15:00:00 -0500RNC location puts focus on Latino issues, political figuresThe Republican National Convention in Tampa is a chance for the party to highlight its own rising Latino political stars and pitch Latino voters. What pitches are they making and which political figures should we be watching?http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/08/29/daily-circuit-rnc-latino-issues-vote?refid=0
Tue, 28 Aug 2012 15:00:00 -0500What issues matter to young Republicans?In order to compete with President Obama's turnout in 2008, the Republicans need to woo younger voters - many of whom don't fit the traditional idea of the party's values. Many young Republicans are leaning more moderate on social issues while voicing conservative economic views.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/08/28/daily-circuit-rnc-young-republicans?refid=0
Mon, 27 Aug 2012 15:00:00 -0500Rethinking middle schoolThe middle school years are tough: It can be difficult socially and it's the crucial time to identify potential high school dropouts to try to reverse their course. What can be done to make sure the middle-school years are the best they can be?http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/08/27/daily-circuit-rethinking-middle-school?refid=0
Sun, 26 Aug 2012 12:00:00 -0500At the State Fair: Kristi Curry Rogers on dinosaursMacalester geology professor Kristi Curry Rogers has been researching dinosaurs for more than a decade. She'll join us to talk about her latest research.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/08/24/daily-circuit-kristi-curry-rogers-dinosaurs?refid=0
Thu, 23 Aug 2012 15:00:00 -0500Which endangered species will survive conservation triage?As money and manpower run low, scientists are beginning to acknowledge that not all critically endangered species can or should be saved. So how do we choose what species will live and what will die? How can those decisions be made?http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/08/21/daily-circuit-endangered-species-conservation?refid=0
Mon, 20 Aug 2012 15:00:00 -0500Minn. day care more expensive than college tuitionMinnesota ranked the second most-costly state for full-time center-based infant care in the country, according to a new report from Child Care Aware of America. What accounts for the high prices?http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/08/20/daily-circuit-child-care-costs?refid=0
Sun, 19 Aug 2012 12:00:00 -0500Should medical students practice patient-centered care?A few medical schools have been leading the way to provide third-year medical students the opportunity to work with patients and get to know them beyond the procedures and health issues that land them in a clinic or hospital.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/08/16/daily-circuit-medical-school?refid=0
Wed, 15 Aug 2012 15:00:00 -0500Who will win the independent vote in November?A new ABC poll shows that more independents favor President Obama than his challenger, Mitt Romney. Are these independent voters truly independent? What issues matter to them in this election?http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/08/15/daily-circuit-independent-voters?refid=0
Tue, 14 Aug 2012 15:00:00 -0500Are we living in an age of anxiety?Over 40 million American adults have an anxiety disorder, according to the National Institute on Mental Health, yet only a third of anxiety-ridden adults seek treatment. Are we living in the "age of anxiety?"http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/08/14/daily-circuit-anxiety?refid=0
Mon, 13 Aug 2012 09:16:52 -0500When doctors order too many testsChoosing Wisely, a national campaign that debuted back in April, asked nine medical specialty organizations to choose five tests that doctors and patients should question because they are often unnecessary or ineffective. Are you being over tested?http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/08/09/daily-circuit-over-testing-doctors-health-care?refid=0
Wed, 08 Aug 2012 15:00:00 -0500Supermarkets struggle as consumers head to big-box, specialty storesThe average American is moving away from the traditional grocery store and buying groceries elsewhere. Consumers looking for cheaper options are moving toward big-box options like Wal-Mart, while others are opting for high-end specialty stores such as Whole Foods.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/08/08/daily-circuit-future-of-supermarkets?refid=0
Tue, 07 Aug 2012 15:00:00 -0500Improving science education in AmericaWith low test scores in math and science and a growing need for workers in science-related fields, the spotlight is back on improving science education.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/08/07/daily-circuit-science-education-teachers?refid=0
Mon, 06 Aug 2012 15:00:00 -0500The future of political polling in the age of social mediaAs technology evolves, so must political polling. The classic model had people answering specific questions over the phone. In the age of social media, cell phones and instant messaging, what's the future of political polling?http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/08/06/daily-circuit-future-of-polling-social-media?refid=0
Sun, 05 Aug 2012 12:00:00 -0500Will U.S. job numbers affect presidential election outcome?The latest jobs report shows U.S. employers added 163,000 jobs in July. President Obama and Mitt Romney are sure to spin the numbers in their favor in upcoming speeches. How much do the jobs numbers really matter for the results of an election?http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/08/03/daily-circuit-job-numbers-unemployment-obama-romney?refid=0
Thu, 02 Aug 2012 15:00:00 -0500How to manage your money in collegeMoney-related concerns are top sources of stress for college students, according to a recent report by Inceptia. How should students, especially freshmen, manage their money well? Are there new tools or resources for students on money management?http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/08/02/daily-circuit-college-financial-planning?refid=0
Wed, 01 Aug 2012 15:00:00 -05005 years after I-35W bridge collapse, a look at nation's infrastructureFive years ago, the I-35W bridge over the Mississippi River in Minneapolis collapsed, killing 13 people and injuring more than 100 others. After the disaster many lawmakers called for increased funding and regulation to improve our nation's infrastructure.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/08/01/daily-circuit-35w-bridge-infrastructure?refid=0
Tue, 31 Jul 2012 15:00:00 -0500Diversity reshaping towns, citiesCurrent demographics show a growing presence of minorities in small towns and suburbia as well as large cities becoming minority-majority populations. The changes continue to shape communities and force tough conversations on race, economics and shared priorities.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/07/31/daily-circuit-next-america-rural-diversity?refid=0
Mon, 30 Jul 2012 15:00:00 -0500Do students understand what constitutes cheating in school?There was no shortage of new cheating scandals in academic settings in the past few months. But a new problem is beginning to surface: Many students don't even understand what constitutes cheating.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/07/30/daily-circuit-academic-cheating?refid=0
Sun, 29 Jul 2012 12:00:00 -0500Grammar Girl on '101 Troublesome Words'Mignon Fogarty is the 'Grammar Girl' - answering silly and challenging questions you've been embarrassed to ask about trickier parts of language. Her latest book tackles the words that can wreak havoc on your writing and vocabulary.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/07/27/daily-circuit-grammar-girl?refid=0
Thu, 26 Jul 2012 14:23:16 -0500The smartest 1 percent: Do Americans value intelligence?We hear a lot about the richest 1 percent in America these days, but a Duke University researcher says we should focus on the smartest 1 percent instead. How do they affect our GDP, and are we nurturing the next generation of the cognitive elite?http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/07/26/daily-circuit-smartest-one-percent?refid=0
Wed, 25 Jul 2012 15:00:00 -0500Obama, Romney court military veteransPresident Obama and Mitt Romney courted military veterans this week at the Veterans of Foreign Wars convention. What have they done for veterans, and what can we expect for veteran support?http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/07/25/daily-circuit-romney-obama-veteran-policy?refid=0
Tue, 24 Jul 2012 14:46:16 -0500Thomas Nides on finding common ground with PakistanU.S. Deputy Secretary of State Thomas Nides has gone from negotiating financial deals on Wall Street to negotiating geo-political deals with U.S. allies.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/04/24/daily-circuit-thomas-nides?refid=0
Mon, 23 Apr 2012 15:00:00 -0500America's crumbling transportation infrastructureThe way America has funded its roads for decades is breaking down. With such a hostile legislative environment, can there be any agreement as to the future of transportation funding in America?http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/02/22/daily-circuit-transportation-funding?refid=0
Tue, 21 Feb 2012 11:11:49 -0600Preparing for the Minn. redistricting mapsA Minnesota five-judge panel will release the state's updated congressional and legislative district maps Tuesday afternoon. What should Minnesotans expect in the new maps?http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/02/21/daily_circuit_redistricting?refid=0
Tue, 21 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -0600Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon canceled due to lack of snowThe 29th running of the John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon in northeastern Minnesota has been canceled due to lack of snow, according to an announcement Monday from organizers.http://minnesota.publicradio.orghttp://www.mprnews.org/story/2012/01/16/beargrease-cancelled?refid=0
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